MMI uncorks 2025 edition of The Big Taste festival

Dubai’s biggest wine festival, The Big Taste, returns to the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira on 24–25 September 2025, bringing together wine producers, hospitality professionals and enthusiasts from across the region.

 

Organised by MMI, the two-day evening event will feature more than 600 pours from 100-plus producers representing more than 20 countries.

 

Each evening runs from 7:30pm to 10:30pm, with tastings, masterclasses and entertainment on the programme.

 

Guests can sample a wide range of varieties, from beloved classics to rare finds, and learn the unique stories behind each bottle.

 

The evening itinerary also includes international food stations, live music and surprise performances. 

 

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New for 2025, the programme includes exclusive masterclasses that focus on leading regions and grape varieties, from Spain’s finest wine region Rioja to prized grape varieties such as Chenin Blanc.

 

True connoisseurs can opt for a premium experience, discovering the art of building a world-class cellar while tasting rare wines such as the legendary Sassicaia. Tickets for these masterclasses are sold separately from general admission.

 

Guests will receive 10 corks, valued at AED100 each, to use as part of MMI’s exciting new ‘Cheers Club’ loyalty programme launching this September. Corks will be added to guests’ MMI Cheers Club accounts on the night and can be redeemed on select wines showcased at The Big Taste following the event.

 

General admission tickets are priced at AED450, while masterclass tickets range from AED100 to AED500.

 

For more information or to book, visit Platinumlist